Grants

The Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program is "[a] program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, grants are awarded to fire departments to enhance their ability to protect the public and fire service personnel from fire and related hazards. Three types of grants are available: Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG), Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grants (SAFER), and Fire Prevention and Safety Grants (FP&S). This Web site provides a description of four types of grants, which includes the Assistance to Firefights Fire Station Construction Grants (SCG). The site also offers resources to help fire departments prepare and submit grant requests."

"The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance [CFDA] is a government-wide compendium of Federal programs, projects, services, and activities that provide assistance or benefits to the American public. It contains financial and nonfinancial assistance programs administered by departments and establishments of the Federal government. … As the basic reference source of Federal programs, the primary purpose of the Catalog is to assist users in identifying programs that meet specific objectives of the potential applicant, and to obtain general information on Federal assistance programs. In addition, the intent of the Catalog is to improve coordination and communication between the Federal government and State and local governments. Programs selected for inclusion in the Federal assistance data base are defined as any function of a Federal agency that provides assistance or benefits for a State or States, territorial possession, county, city, other political subdivision, grouping, or instrumentality thereof; any domestic profit or nonprofit corporation, institution, or individual, other than an agency of the Federal government."

This web page contains a list of Homeland Security contacts by state.

This page offers information and resources on financial assistance available through Department of Homeland Security (DHS) supported programs. "Although most DHS Components possess some grant-making programs, the majority of programs and funding exists within the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). DHS supports a wide variety of financial assistance including post-disaster relief and resilience, preparedness, boating safety, cybersecurity, research, university centers of excellence, and assistance to fire fighters. "

"FEMA provides state and local governments with preparedness program funding in the form of Non-Disaster Grants to enhance the capacity of state and local emergency responders to prevent, respond to, and recover from a weapons of mass destruction terrorism incident involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive devices and cyber attacks."

Provides a simple, unified source for organizations and customers of Federal grants to electronically find and apply for competitive grant opportunities from all Federal grant-making agencies.

"The FY 2012 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) plays an important role in the implementation of Presidential Policy Directive -- 8 (PPD-8) by supporting the development and sustainment of core capabilities to fulfill the National Preparedness Goal (NPG). The following are descriptions of each HSGP component programs. HSGP is comprised of three interconnected grant programs: State Homeland Security Program (SHSP); Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI); [and] Operation Stonegarden (OPSG). Together, these grant programs fund a range of preparedness activities, including planning, organization, equipment purchase, training, exercises, and management and administration."

From the Summary: "This report is intended for Members and staff assisting grant seekers in districts and states and covers writing proposals for both government and private foundation grants. In preparation for writing a proposal, the report first discusses preliminary information gathering and preparation, developing ideas for the proposal, gathering community support, identifying funding resources, and seeking preliminary review of the proposal and support of relevant administrative officials. The second section of the report covers the actual writing of the proposal, from outlining of project goals, stating the purpose and objectives of the proposal, explaining the program methods to solve the stated problem, and how the results of the project will be evaluated, to long-term project planning, and, finally, developing the proposal budget. The last section of the report provides a listing of free grants-writing websites, including guidelines from the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance and the Foundation Center's 'Introduction to Proposal Writing.'"

This page from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) provides information and resources on grant and contract funding opportunities. "Stay abreast of funding opportunities, updates to policy, and other announcements of interest to potential grant and award seekers. NIAID-relevant funding opportunity announcements (FOAs), request for applications (RFAs), program announcements (PAs), and other NIH Guide announcements can be found using the Opportunities & Announcements tool. [...] Learn about funding opportunity announcements and choosing the right type of funding opportunity. To maximize your chance of funding, create an application that fits NIAID research priorities. Review Council-approved concepts, find clues in our initiative list, check NIH databases, and contact a NIAID program officer.

This special report on Disasters from the National Science Foundation (NSF) addresses the following topics: Understanding Disasters; Preparing for the Worst; Immediate Response; NSF and 9/11; Critical Role of Research; and Latest Disaster News. "Whether caused by acts of nature, human error or even malevolence, disasters are an increasingly costly threat. Although most people assume they will not become victims, individual risk grows as homes and businesses encroach deeper into disaster-prone regions. That risk can be personal or structural - or both. Research gives us hope. Early warning systems developed over the past several decades have prevented countless deaths and injuries. Structural impact is another matter. Despite improved building codes and practices, more people are building in risky locations. The rate of property destruction and rebuilding is increasing, and costs are rising. In 2005, Hurricane Katrina proved yet again just how much destruction disasters can cause. Regardless of origin-from hurricanes to earthquakes, blackouts to terrorist attacks-disasters can seem overwhelming. Yet their impact need not be crippling. The National Science Foundation works with the Administration and other federal agencies in a coordinated effort to anticipate disasters and minimize their effects."

From the Webpage: "State and local governments, and instrumentalities of local government, are eligible for OLDCC [Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation] grant assistance as they respond to Defense industry actions, such as base closures or realignments, changes in Defense contracts, or address land use compatibility with the military." The website also provides "a list of grant resources and the federal statutes that guide OLDCC funding and federal grant law for OLDCC grantees."

This webpage, produced by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, provides links to resources where information on Health and Human Services (HHS) grant information and opportunities can be found. Additionally, it provides information on grant and funding sources for small businesses, as well as information on federal business contracts.